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Although these viburnums may have been lovingly cared for by the previous owner, it may be necessary to severely prune these plants to restore vigor or to create a different definition in the landscape for the new owner of the property.

When pruning large viburnums, pruning can be a general shaping or shearing of the plants or it can be a severe pruning that significantly reduces the size of the plant. Pruning should always be associated with re-invigorating a plant by allowing it to...

Plants that are deficient in Potassium, are usually growing more slowly than normal, have fewer flowers and seed, and are more susceptible to disease than plants with adequate levels of Potassium.

When fertilizing nandinas in containers, which Gulfstream Nandina is a good choice for, be careful to apply a fertilizer that will not burn the roots (such as a slow release or a liquid fertilizer).

In the South, a late summer into September application would be about right. The most common cause of plant death after transplanting is planting the new plant to deep. Pruning a specific plant to look a specific way, involves art in creating a unique...

Plants that are deficient in Potassium, are usually growing more slowly than normal, have fewer flowers and seed, and are more susceptible to disease than plants with adequate levels of Potassium.

Adding aluminum sulfate will tend to lower the pH of the soil. Pruning large hydrangeas may be minor or major. The choice of fertilzer will also affect the color change. Since an organic method of applying manure and/or compost around the roots, produces...

Commercial manure or compost can be applied yearly around the base of the hydrangea. Can be used to help aid in this process and also provide plants with a good soaking due to the slow release of the water into the root-zone of the plant.

For an organic approach, many gardeners use commercial manure on the soil around hydrangeas such as Endless Summer Blushing Bride Hydrangea. Fertilizing at this time may stimulate new growth that will be too tender to withstand the winter.

Slow-release fertilizer can help prevent rapid sucker growth that is vulnerable to diseases and insects. Knives, hand cutters, saws, and shears should be sharpened if necessary before pruning any plant.

Red fruits pruduced in fall are attractive from into the winter. If a plant is struggling due to a disease or root problems, the fertilizer will only add stress to it's life. It is important to always use sharp tools when pruning nandinas or any plant...

That is why we do not recommend planting in a hole any deeper than the soil line of the plant in the pot. Apply the fertilizer according to the label directions immediately on top of the soil, and be sure to water the plant thoroughly after the application.

When we specifically look at pruning with regards to roses, this misunderstanding and negligence can be magnified. Potassium is the element represented by the third number on the fertilizer bag.

Flirt was bred from Harbour Dwarf and retains its low growing, spreading characteristics, but with the added bonus of masses of red new growth. Removing the dead and dying limbs will minimize the possibility of diseases such as “die back” and will...

If you can find a fertilizer formulated for shrubs and trees, this fertilizer would work well on Viburnum. Do an early spring fertilizer with a product such as Espoma at the recommended rate this will give the plant a boost of nitrogen that will be needed...

If severe, pruning is necessary, it must be realized that the plant will shift its focus in the short-run from setting flower buds to growing vigorously, and it is very likely that the Weigelia Spilled Wine will have few if any bloom buds during the season...

Also, plants with insufficient amounts of Phosphorus may have poorer root systems. Don't fertilize Lilac Belle de Nancy after August. Although the three elements just mentioned are the major elements necessary for good plant performance, there some minor...

Plants that are deficient in Nitrogen are usually not growing vigorously, and sometimes exhibit pale colored foliage. Bio-tone is a gardeners best friend and can help guarantee your success.

It also naturally stays shorter and more compact than its big brother Baby Gem Boxwood sets the new standard for the classic hedge plant. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would be 15 and so on.

We do not recommend using straight topsoil or compost as a back-fill soil for Bridal Wreath Spirea because more times than not these products will retain entirely to much moisture and will cause the root system to rot.

Proper fertilization of your Mahonia Winter Sun will lead to healthier and more disease resistant plants, as well as provide you with many more enjoyable blooms. For example a one gallon pot would be watered until you count to 5 a three gallon pot would...

Pruning Season: Late Summer, promotes increased branching and more flowers however rarely needs pruning. A very large shrub in the ground will take 2 – 3 cups spread around the drip line of the branches (not next to the trunk).

If a plant is struggling due to a disease or root problems, the fertilizer will only add stress to it's life. Check the plant daily for the first week or so and then every other day there after.

Although these viburnums may have been lovingly cared for by the previous owner, it may be necessary to severely prune these plants to restore vigor or to create a different definition in the landscape for the new owner of the property.

Many times, gardeners inherit a wealth of viburnums in their gardens when they purchase a previously owned residence. The first of these three numbers refers to Nitrogen, which is the primary element necessary for good, balanced growth within the Viburnum.

Slow-release fertilizer can help prevent rapid sucker growth that is vulnerable to diseases and insects. Branches would be cut on one side of the plant the first year, followed by the other half the second year.

Mulching helps to keep weeds away which will compete with your new investment for water and nutrients. We highly recommend that you mulch your Lilac beauty of Moscow with either a ground hardwood mulch or a ground cypress mulch depending on your local...